How Long Does It Take Asphalt to Cure?

• <div><p>Unlike drying, which takes between 48 and 72 hours on average, asphalt driveway cure times are different and take much longer. Your asphalt driveway won’t actually cure for around six months to one year. During this time, it’s more likely to get damaged or weakened by heavy machinery, vehicles, and high temperatures. </p></div>

What kind of driveway can be exposed to water right after installation?

• <div><p>Gravel is <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-driveways.htm">one of the few driveway materials</a> that can handle rain the second it’s installed. Unlike asphalt, which needs days to set, or concrete, which requires weeks to cure, gravel is ready as soon as it’s compacted. It’s naturally permeable, allowing water to drain straight through—with no risk of pooling or surface damage. Gravel driveways are one of the most affordable, at <b>$1 to $3 per square foot</b>, and can also last upward of 100 years.</p></div>

Do I need a permit to repave my driveway?

• <div><p>In most cases, you don’t need a permit to repave your driveway, although some exceptions exist. If you’re widening your driveway and plan on widening the apron as well, you’ll usually need a permit from the Department of Transportation in your area. This permit costs between <b>$50 and $300</b> in most cases. Most municipalities will also require a certified and insured contractor do the work relating to the apron and curb cut. You can contact your building department or ask your paving company if you need a permit. Your driveway professional will usually pull the permit for you.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2025
Everyone showed up on time. There was a team of 7 skilled workers who knew their jobs well. They kept me in the loop getting my approval for the layout step. They were all proficient, efficient, friendly and answered my questions. It looks great. I'm very pleased. The equipment was new and in...
JOHN COOPER PAVING & SEALING, INC.
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Reviewed in September 2025
Custom Paving is all Quality and care. Justin and his men do outstanding work. I had a concern about crack sealer blending in with the topcoat and their products were the right answer. Thanks for all your professional help. People ask if I had a new driveway installed that’s how good it looks....
Custom Paving
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Reviewed in August 2025
I recently hired A Plus Paving to extend and seal my driveway, and I'm very satisfied with the results. The team was professional throughout the entire process and delivered exactly what they promised. The driveway extension work was done expertly - it blends seamlessly with my existing driveway...
A Plus Paving LLC
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Reviewed in August 2025
These guys are the Michelangelo of driveways — true perfectionists with an eye for detail. John, the owner, was hands-on from start to finish, making sure everything was done right. The result is flawless, and I couldn't be happier. Highly recommend!
CUSTOM ASPHALT PAVING
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Reviewed in July 2025
Matt and his team were great. They showed up right on time and did a great job. I will definitely have him come back.
Easternway Sealcoating
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Dino and son installed our new driveway. We were very pleased with the whole process from the initial contact to the final product. Dino would always return our calls, promptly too, which was impressive since that is hard to find nowadays. It was a smooth well-organized process where all the...
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Kings Paving & Masonry

Kings Paving & Masonry

200 local quotes requested

Emergency services offered

Kings Paving & Masonry is a top-rated local masonry and paving company providing the highest quality services to our clients in Boston and surrounding areas. For over 20 years, We have been helping our clients achieve solutions for their landscapes that best resemble their ideas and always fit their budgets.

"We hired King’s Pavers and Masonry to install a paver walkway along the side of our house less than a year ago. Unfortunately, the pavers were sloped incorrectly, causing water to pool against the house, and the walkway is already collapsing due to poor workmanship. The pathway itself is uneven—making it difficult to roll a grill or anything else over it—and the overall shape of the walkway is noticeably crooked. While the work is under warranty, the company has refused to respond to repeated attempts to contact them, including certified mail."

Jennifer C on September 2025

"We hired King’s Pavers and Masonry to install a paver walkway along the side of our house less than a year ago. Unfortunately, the pavers were sloped incorrectly, causing water to pool against the house, and the walkway is already collapsing due to poor workmanship. The pathway itself is uneven—making it difficult to roll a grill or anything else over it—and the overall shape of the walkway is noticeably crooked. While the work is under warranty, the company has refused to respond to repeated attempts to contact them, including certified mail."

Jennifer C on September 2025

E.A Masonry

E.A Masonry

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

58 local quotes requested

E.A Masonry, serving Boston, specializes in masonry. With 30 years of experience, our skilled team excels in all types of masonry work. Contact us today for top-notch service!

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Cynthia M on November 2024

E.A Masonry, serving Boston, specializes in masonry. With 30 years of experience, our skilled team excels in all types of masonry work. Contact us today for top-notch service!

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Cynthia M on November 2024

Premier Asphalt Services

Premier Asphalt Services

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

108 local quotes requested

Premier Asphalt Services is a full service paving and asphalt maintenance company servicing our residential customers. Please call today to schedule your free estimate 857-263-3175. Our professional staff consists of full time dedicated asphalt paving and maintenance professionals who have years of knowledge and expertise in the industry. From the detailed quote to the finished job, every customer will be pleased with the workmanship, quality, and professionalism. Residential paving, asphalt repair/maintenance, drainage, snow removal, line striping and parking lot paving, berm, curb installation, walkways, and catch basin repairs/installation. Feel free to call us for a free quote and let us transform your project.

"Easy to work with; explained every part of the project. Started and completed job on schedule. I considered it reasonably priced. I'd recommend."

Kathleen E on July 2024

"Easy to work with; explained every part of the project. Started and completed job on schedule. I considered it reasonably priced. I'd recommend."

Kathleen E on July 2024

Easternway Sealcoating

Easternway Sealcoating

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

35 local quotes requested

Driveway Sealcoating, asphalt patching,crack-filling. Quality and attention to detail. 34 year old company owner operated company

"Matt and his team were great. They showed up right on time and did a great job. I will definitely have him come back."

Scott P on July 2025

Driveway Sealcoating, asphalt patching,crack-filling. Quality and attention to detail. 34 year old company owner operated company

"Matt and his team were great. They showed up right on time and did a great job. I will definitely have him come back."

Scott P on July 2025

DeJesus Paving Corp

DeJesus Paving Corp

Customers say: Quality work

32 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Awful. This job was half-assed, I just got home to this crap. I was not called in advance as your quote person had informed me. I was very clear that I need t know when it would be done to survise. He said I would be called ahead of time to let me know when there is a job near me and they would come afterward. I paid almost 8,000 dollars to have that patch broken into to install a sewage cleanout!!!!! THESE PEOPLE CAME TO MY HOUSE WITHOUT NOTIFYING ME AND COVERED THE SEWAGE CLEAN OUT WITH ALPHALT!!!!!!!!!!!! Then they came back and the pictures is the final work, beautiful ****."

Lettie P on August 2020

"Awful. This job was half-assed, I just got home to this crap. I was not called in advance as your quote person had informed me. I was very clear that I need t know when it would be done to survise. He said I would be called ahead of time to let me know when there is a job near me and they would come afterward. I paid almost 8,000 dollars to have that patch broken into to install a sewage cleanout!!!!! THESE PEOPLE CAME TO MY HOUSE WITHOUT NOTIFYING ME AND COVERED THE SEWAGE CLEAN OUT WITH ALPHALT!!!!!!!!!!!! Then they came back and the pictures is the final work, beautiful ****."

Lettie P on August 2020

Custom Paving

Custom Paving

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

150 local quotes requested

Custom Paving - Your Trusted Driveway Experts in Boston. Enhance your home's curb appeal with our top-notch asphalt driveway paving and seal coating services. Contact us today for a flawless and durable driveway solution.

"Justin was knowledgeable, friendly, hard working and did great quality work! I would highly recommend him for any of your asphalt needs!"

Kyle K on September 2025

"Justin was knowledgeable, friendly, hard working and did great quality work! I would highly recommend him for any of your asphalt needs!"

Kyle K on September 2025

Paving and Sealcoat Solutions

Paving and Sealcoat Solutions

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

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Paving and Sealcoat Solutions is a family owned business established in 2015. The owner, Vernon Bish Jr. has more than 13 years of experience and prides himself with quality and integrity on every job!!

"paving and sealcoat solutions spent #3 days at my house on my 800 ft driveway they were pleasant and professional. they left me a beautiful driveway behind. i had the time off so i watched quiet a bit during the project . they really did what they said they would do."

Paul B on May 2024

"paving and sealcoat solutions spent #3 days at my house on my 800 ft driveway they were pleasant and professional. they left me a beautiful driveway behind. i had the time off so i watched quiet a bit during the project . they really did what they said they would do."

Paul B on May 2024

New Mark Pavement Marking Inc

New Mark Pavement Marking Inc

Customers say: True professional

21 local quotes requested

14 years of experience

New Mark Pavement Marking Inc. has earned the the Angie's List Super Service Award 6 years in a row (2013-2018). With this award, we have proven our high quality work and treat every property with the utmost care. We are here to help you protect your investment during harsh winter months while making your property look good during the summer months. Call us today to schedule your appointment - (508) 726-2626

"Project job went smooth and was quick and efficient."

PETER V on September 2021

"Project job went smooth and was quick and efficient."

PETER V on September 2021

Asphalt-Division

Asphalt-Division

Customers say: Quality work

171 local quotes requested

11 years of experience

We have been specializing in new asphalt paving services since 2014, for residential, commercial, and industrial properties! We do new asphalt paving, We only use quality state mixed materials and quality paving stones such as: Cambridge and Nicolock paving stones. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all of the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"They recently replaced my driveway"

Ed F on August 2024

"They recently replaced my driveway"

Ed F on August 2024

Bill's Construction Inc

Bill's Construction Inc

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

101 local quotes requested

Established in 1980, Bill's Construction Inc. is a family owned and operated contractor offering full pavement and construction services. We employ the latest in technological equipment and techniques, and we use only the highest quality of materials. The latest and most advanced processes in the industry combined with high grade materials and our first class workmanship to create the most superior asphalt paving and construction products available in Rhode Island.

"We were contacted promptly, they arrived as scheduled, they were personable and courteous. Most importantly the work was done quickly, efficiently, and was of absolutely excellent quality. I HIGHLY recommend Bill's Construction!"

Allan G on May 2024

"We were contacted promptly, they arrived as scheduled, they were personable and courteous. Most importantly the work was done quickly, efficiently, and was of absolutely excellent quality. I HIGHLY recommend Bill's Construction!"

Allan G on May 2024

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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

You have a few options if you’re looking for the best material for a steep driveway. Gravel and crushed stone are affordable and provide good traction, while resin helps prevent puddles from forming and can be coated with an anti-slip finish.

Like all driveway materials, asphalt can crack in the wrong conditions and with age. Many things can cause asphalt to crack, including shifting soil or settling under the foundation. Other common causes are driving oversized vehicles on the asphalt, tree roots, and using rock salt during the snowy season. Proper installation and sealing the driveway every 10 years can help prevent cracks.

Unlike drying, which takes between 48 and 72 hours on average, asphalt driveway cure times are different and take much longer. Your asphalt driveway won’t actually cure for around six months to one year. During this time, it’s more likely to get damaged or weakened by heavy machinery, vehicles, and high temperatures.

Gravel is one of the few driveway materials that can handle rain the second it’s installed. Unlike asphalt, which needs days to set, or concrete, which requires weeks to cure, gravel is ready as soon as it’s compacted. It’s naturally permeable, allowing water to drain straight through—with no risk of pooling or surface damage. Gravel driveways are one of the most affordable, at $1 to $3 per square foot, and can also last upward of 100 years.

In most cases, you don’t need a permit to repave your driveway, although some exceptions exist. If you’re widening your driveway and plan on widening the apron as well, you’ll usually need a permit from the Department of Transportation in your area. This permit costs between $50 and $300 in most cases. Most municipalities will also require a certified and insured contractor do the work relating to the apron and curb cut. You can contact your building department or ask your paving company if you need a permit. Your driveway professional will usually pull the permit for you.

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